Benjamin Spindler
Benjamin “Benny” Spindler, born on July 9, 1985, in Darmstadt, Germany, is a prominent professional poker player known for his significant achievements in both live and online poker. He began his poker career in 2006, transitioning from a competitive background in StarCraft, where he was a C+ ranked player, to becoming a successful poker pro.
| Personal Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 9, 1985 |
| Place of Birth | Darmstadt, Germany |
| Current Residence | Vienna, Austria |
| Nationality | German |
| Nickname | Benny Spindler, Towelie, psychobenny |
| Total Live Winnings | $4,281,933 |
| Last Results | Won the 2011 European Poker Tour London Main Event for £750,000 Finished 3rd in the 2009 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $10,000 Main Event for $1.1 million Won a €200 NLHE event at the 2009 Vienna Spring Poker Festival for €18,140 Finished 2nd at the 2011 EPT Grand Final €25,000 High Roller event in Madrid for €316,000 |
Benjamin Spindler Biography
Spindler was born on July 9, 1985 in Darmstadt, Germany. He began playing poker in 2006 after previously being a competitive StarCraft player. Spindler played under the online aliases “Towelie”, “psychobenny” and “ToX”.
Spindler’s breakout live tournament result came in 2009 when he finished 3rd in the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $10,000 Main Event for $1.1 million. Over the next few years, he emerged as a force in high roller events, winning the 2011 EPT London Main Event for £750,000 and finishing 2nd in the 2011 EPT Grand Final €25,000 High Roller for €316,000.
In total, Spindler has amassed over $4.5 million in live tournament earnings as of December 2022. He is considered one of the top German pro poker players of his generation known for his fearless and aggressive playing style.
Poker Career
Spindler comes from Weiterstadt. In early January 2009, he took third place in the Main Event of the PokerStars Caribbean Adventures in the Bahamas and won prize money of 1.1 million US dollars. In June 2009, the German made his first World Series of Poker success at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, cashing in at the Heads-Up Championship. In early October 2011, he won the Main Event of the European Poker Tour in London. Spindler beat 690 other players and secured a prize of 750,000 British pounds. In October 2012, he won a side event of the EPT in Sanremo and received 230,000 euros due to a deal with Keven Stammen.
In 2013, Spindler reached the final table of both the Main Event of the World Series of Poker Asia Pacific in Melbourne and the Main Event of the World Series of Poker Europe in Enghien-les-Bains, finishing sixth in each event, earning him prize money of more than US$320,000. He finished eighth in the A$25,000 Challenge of the Aussie Millions Poker Championship in Melbourne in January 2016, earning just under 110,000 Australian dollars. Since then, he has had no major tournament successes.
Live Poker Achievements
Benny Spindler is a German poker player with the following notable live poker achievements:
- Won the 2011 European Poker Tour London Main Event for £750,000;
- Finished 3rd in the $10,000 Main Event at the 2009 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure, earning $1.1 million;
- Has a number of High Roller titles on his resume.
Spindler started playing poker in 2006 after previously being a C+ ranked StarCraft protoss player known by the aliases “Towelie”, “psychobenny” and “ToX”. He quickly emerged as one of the best players in the high roller tournament circuit, with his biggest win coming at the 2011 EPT London Main Event where he took home £750,000.
Online Poker Achievements
Benny Spindler has achieved significant success in online poker as well:
- Won multiple Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP) titles on PokerStars, including in 2013.
- Has played against other top online poker pros, such as being matched up against Sami “Lrslzk” Kelopuro on the online poker ladder.
- Transitioned from being a high-level StarCraft player, to becoming a successful online poker pro.
Spindler started playing online poker at the micro-stakes tables and gradually moved up to higher stakes as he honed his skills and became one of the top players in the high roller tournament circuit. His online poker accomplishments, including SCOOP titles, demonstrate his ability to excel in both live and online poker arenas.
Top Five Career Cashes
| Date | Event | Place | Winnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 06, ’11 | 2011 PokerStars.com EPT London | 1 | $1,157,625 |
| Jan 10, ’09 | 2009 PokerStars.com EPT Caribbean Adventure – Season V | 3 | $1,100,000 |
| May 07, ’11 | 2011 EPT Grand Final | 2 | $469,017 |
| Oct 11, ’12 | 2012 EPT San Remo | 1 | $327,357 |
| Oct 25, ’13 | 2013 World Series of Poker Europe | 6 | $173,792 |
Player Socials
Benny Spindler does not appear to have any publicly available social media accounts.
FAQ
Is Benny Spindler good at poker?
Yes, Benny Spindler is considered an excellent poker player. He has achieved significant success in both live and online poker, including winning the 2011 EPT London Main Event for £750,000 and finishing 3rd in the 2009 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $10,000 Main Event for $1.1 million. His ability to excel in high-stakes tournaments demonstrates his skill and expertise in the game.
How old is Benny Spindler?
Benny Spindler was born in 1986, so he is currently 38 years old.
Does Benny Spindler still play poker?
Yes, Benny Spindler continues to be active in the poker scene. While he may not be as prominently featured in recent years, the available information indicates that he is still playing poker professionally and competing in high-stakes tournaments.
What is Benny Spindler’s IQ score?
There does not appear to be any publicly available information about Benny Spindler’s IQ score. IQ scores are not typically disclosed for best poker players.
What is Benny Spindler’s nickname?
Benny Spindler has been known by the online poker aliases “Towelie”, “psychobenny”, and “ToX”.
What is Benny Spindler’s net worth?
The exact net worth of Benny Spindler is not publicly disclosed. However, given his significant live tournament earnings, including a £750,000 win at the 2011 EPT London Main Event, it is reasonable to assume that he has accumulated a substantial net worth from his poker career.